Volkswagen
Polo GTI Mk5
The Volkswagen Polo GTI Mk5: 0-60 in 6.9 s, 142 mph top speed, 179 hp.
Frequently asked questions
How fast is the Volkswagen Polo GTI Mk5 0-60?
The Volkswagen Polo GTI Mk5 does 0-60 mph in 6.9 seconds.
What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Polo GTI Mk5?
The Volkswagen Polo GTI Mk5 has a top speed of 142 mph.
How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Polo GTI Mk5 have?
The Volkswagen Polo GTI Mk5 produces 179 hp.
What is the fastest recorded lap for the Volkswagen Polo GTI Mk5?
The fastest recorded lap for the Volkswagen Polo GTI Mk5 is 1:12.890 at Zwartkops Full.
Notes
The Volkswagen Polo GTI Mk5 (2010-2014) represents VW's supermini hot hatch. The Mk5 Polo GTI features a 1.4-liter TSI turbocharged and supercharged inline-four producing 180 horsepower (later 192 PS facelift). Power is delivered through 7-speed DSG dual-clutch transmission to the front wheels. Performance includes 0-62 mph in 6.9 seconds with 142 mph top speed. Weighing approximately 2,470 pounds, the Polo GTI features sport suspension, XDS electronic differential lock, 17-inch wheels, and sporty styling. The twin-charged engine delivers strong low-end torque with linear power delivery. The Polo GTI offers genuine hot hatch dynamics in a compact, practical package with VW build quality and efficient performance.
OEM Specs
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Lap Times
| Time | Track | Car | Mod | Driver | Tire | Lap Date | Date Added | vs Predict | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:12.8 | Zwartkops | Medium | 10 Dec, 2025 | 16 Mar, 2026 | -0.56s | +0.77% | |||
| 1:26.8 | Guangdong International Circuit - GIC | Race | 29 Apr, 2014 | 14 Feb, 2026 | — | ||||
| 1:49.5 | Red Bull Ring | Medium | 10 Jun, 2025 | 29 Jan, 2026 | +2.9s | -2.67% | |||
| 2:11.5 | Mugello Circuit | Medium | 09 Apr, 2025 | 22 May, 2025 | +3.55s | -2.72% | |||
| 2:10.7 | Autodromo Nazionale di Monza | Medium | 05 May, 2025 | 22 May, 2025 | +3.88s | -3.00% | |||
| 1:49.1 | Laguna Seca (Pre 2023) | Medium | 02 Jan, 2022 | 10 Sep, 2023 | +5.44s | -5.11% | |||
| 2:39.4 | Intercity Istanbul Park | Light | 08 Apr, 2014 | 10 Dec, 2022 | +7.66s | -5.16% | |||
| 1:23.1 | Autodromo Valle dei Templi - Racalmuto | Stock | 18 Nov, 2021 | 10 May, 2023 | +4.86s | -5.92% | |||
| 1:39.5 | Rockingham Speedway (CCW) | Light | 06 Jun, 2018 | 14 Feb, 2026 | +8.24s | -8.30% | |||
| 2:20.4 | Red Star Raceway (CCW) | Race | 23 Oct, 2023 | 13 Dec, 2025 | — | — | |||
| 1:18.6 | İzmir Park | Race | 03 Oct, 2021 | 19 Jan, 2026 | — | — | |||
| 2:13.0 | Red Star Raceway (Full Circuit) | Race | 18 Oct, 2025 | 03 Feb, 2026 | — | — | |||
| 2:17.5 | Red Star Raceway (Full Circuit) | Race | 02 Oct, 2024 | 13 Dec, 2025 | — | — | |||
| 2:09.5 | Circuit de Chenevières (3.5KM) | Race | 08 Aug, 2015 | 17 Jan, 2026 | — | — | |||
| 2:43.1 | Intercity Istanbul Park | Light | 29 Oct, 2019 | 08 Feb, 2025 | — |
Modified Cars
| Year | Driver Name | Mod | Horsepower | Tire | Tire Size | Vs Predict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 (Kays/Race) | Kaysys | Race | 179 | 100 R888 | 235/45/17 | -10.49s |
| 2012 (w/PS4) | Furkan ÜNAL | Race | — | 320 Pilot Sport 4 | 215/40/17 | -9.93s |
| 2015 | Team 212 | Race | — | — | — | -3.85s |
| 2012 (w/PilotSpo) | Ruan_29 | Medium | — | 320 Pilot Sport 4 | 215/40/17 | -1.08s |
| 2015 (Monta/A052) | Monta13 | Medium | 179 | 200 ADVAN A052 | 215/40/17 | +4.5s |
| 2012 | TeamEastVW | Light | — | — | — | +11.19s |
| 2015 | HarakiriNOSDriver | Race | — | 100 R888 | — | +20.26s |
| 2012 (w/S001) | Onur Badur | Light | 179 | 280 Potenza S001 | 215/40/17 | — |
| 2012 | 18000rpm | Race | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 (w/RS4) | Chris Attebery | Medium | 179 | 200 Ventus RS4 | 225/40/18 | — |
| 2008 (MCNCartube/V700) | MCNCarTube | Light | 179 | 50 V700 | 215/40/17 | — |